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Why NOT to Say the “O” Word
By Mary Lyn Miller You know the word: “OVERWHELM!” I mean how could you NOT be overwhelmed today, you may be thinking. I used to

5 Tips for a Great Valentine’s Day-No matter what!
By Mary Lyn Miller For some, Valentine’s can be a tough day. If you don’t have a partner right now, you may feel lonely and

Will you still love me when I’m 64? (Beatles)
By Mary Lyn Miller When this song came out (yes, I was very alive) I couldn’t even imagine what it would be like to be

Do you really know your talents?
For over 30 years professionals wanting to make changes in their lives and career have come to me because they want to know what to

3 Steps to Managing Stress
One of my clients recently told me she had a difficult time slowing down because she gets so much “energy from being stressed.” So, I

Want more success? It may be time to Re-vitalize!
Much is said about “re-inventing” our selves or “restructuring our business” for better results, and it is good advice. But, for me, re-vitalization is where

Why Am I Stuck?
I bet you think I have a quick, snappy catch-all answer! I wish I did. (Well, I do have some ideas.) I have personally visited

The Secret to Getting What You Want
There are numerous personal growth programs built around what seems like the complex concept of how to get what you really want in life….shifting your

Does Goal Setting Really Work?
Happy New Year! I know you want to make this the best year possible so as you ramp up your new year with some bright

What’s Your Algorithm?
Recently an acquaintance told me she was so frustrated with the internet because all she saw was bad news, and then recounted a list of

The Problem with Quantum Leaps
I recently received an e-mail asking if I was “ready to take a quantum leap into my success” and would get everything I needed in

Time for Review
People come to me for 3 reasons: The last one is trickier and often overlooked – and maybe the most important skill for success: The

Passion as a Strategy Tool
As a coach who helps professionals delve deeper into what really drives them and creating positive outcomes in life transitions & career decisions, I am

Whatcha’ going to do when you’re 85?
What!! How could you possibly think about that – it’s Y E A R S away you may be thinking. I know I’ve had the

3 Secrets To Less Stress And More Success
Have you ever noticed how we all have the same 24 hours to get things done and live our lives, but it just seems easier

Retirement is a Terrible Word
I bet you’re a smart, capable, experienced, professional. You’ve been through so much and have gained valuable knowledge and wisdom. But you’re tired of the

How Long Will You Live – Your Personal Life Expectancy
Check your life expectancy calculator here* *This is a respected calculator used by life insurance agencies, I cannot guarantee the accuracy Hey, did you spot

5 Minutes for a Better 2023
As we head into a spanking clean new year which we fill with new visions and goals, it’s easy to lose sight of what just

WHAT IF YOU COULD JUMPSTART YOUR VISION FOR 2023…
IN 90 MINUTES OR LESS? YOU CAN! Creating a Clear Vision is a Key Component of Success, Happiness and Financial Well Being; yet we often

The Practice of Gratitude
As Thanksgiving holidays approach, we often focus on being thankful for the good things in our lives. While most of us view ourselves as thankful

Feel disconnected from your power?
How important is energy to your success and happiness? The state of being ”fired-up” is the state of being highly energized, and it’s a very

Is it too late for you?
There is a simple phrase that keep many talented people from their greatest destiny: It’s too late. I had a client (we’ll call Jennifer) about

Do you have Post Pandemic PTSD?
Are you feeling uncertain about the future? Do you wish the world would just stop for a minute so you could get your bearings? Do

3 Phases of Coping with Changing World
“And Just Like That” the world shifted with the invasion of the Ukraine. Sudden. Dramatic. Horrifying. This didn’t just happen to Carrie Bradshaw and friends
